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Find cheap flights to Kota Kinabalu in 2025/2026 from $776 This is the cheapest return flight found to Kota Kinabalu from USA on FlightsFinder on June 12th 2025 at 04:44. This offer may no longer be available. Click the offer to check live prices & dates of travel.

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According to our data, August is on average the cheapest time to book flights to Kota Kinabalu.
You can get flights from $776 return.

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According to our data, December is on average the most expensive time to book flights to Kota Kinabalu.
A return flight could set you back more than $1,938.

Why fly to Kota Kinabalu?

Nestled on the northwest coast of Borneo, Kota Kinabalu is a vibrant coastal city that seamlessly blends modernity with rich cultural heritage. Known for its stunning sunsets overlooking the South China Sea, this Malaysian gem offers a myriad of outdoor adventures, from exploring the majestic Mount Kinabalu to diving in the pristine waters of Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park. With bustling markets showcasing local handicrafts and tantalizing street food stalls, Kota Kinabalu invites visitors to immerse themselves in its warm hospitality and soak up the diverse sights and sounds of this enchanting destination.

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Flight Distance and Flying Time to Kota Kinabalu

Atlanta, USA - Georgia, Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
9,392 miles (15,115 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 21 hours 22 minutes)

Los Angeles, USA - California, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
7,943 miles (12,782 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 18 hours 9 minutes)

New York, USA - John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
9,159 miles (14,739 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 20 hours 51 minutes)

Dallas, USA - Dallas, Texas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
8,986 miles (14,461 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 20 hours 28 minutes)

Denver, USA - Colorado, Airport - Denver International Airport (DEN) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
8,348 miles (13,434 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 19 hours 3 minutes)

San Francisco, USA - California, San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
7,631 miles (12,281 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 17 hours 27 minutes)

Seattle, USA - Airport - Seattle Tacoma International, Washington (SEA) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
7,328 miles (11,793 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 16 hours 47 minutes)

Las Vegas, USA - Nevada, McCarran International Airport (LAS) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
8,034 miles (12,930 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 18 hours 21 minutes)

Orlando, USA - Florida, Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
9,796 miles (15,765 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 22 hours 16 minutes)

Charlotte, USA - North Carolina, Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
9,386 miles (15,106 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 21 hours 21 minutes)

Phoenix, USA - Arizona, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
8,281 miles (13,327 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 18 hours 54 minutes)

Houston, USA - Texas, Airport - George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
9,199 miles (14,804 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 20 hours 56 minutes)

Miami, USA - Florida, Miami International Airport (MIA) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
9,986 miles (16,070 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 22 hours 41 minutes)

Boston, USA - Massachusetts, Edward L. Logan International Airport (BOS) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
9,070 miles (14,597 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 20 hours 39 minutes)

Minneapolis, USA - Minnesota, Airport - St. Paul International (MSP) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
8,485 miles (13,655 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 19 hours 21 minutes)

Fort Lauderdale, USA - Florida, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
9,973 miles (16,050 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 22 hours 39 minutes)

Detroit, USA - Michigan, Airport - Metropolitan Wayne County International (DTW) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
8,893 miles (14,312 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 20 hours 15 minutes)

Philadelphia, USA - Pennsylvania, Airport - Philadelphia International (PHL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
9,191 miles (14,791 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 20 hours 55 minutes)

Baltimore, USA - Maryland, Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
9,215 miles (14,831 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 20 hours 58 minutes)

Salt Lake City, USA - Utah, Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
8,005 miles (12,882 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 18 hours 17 minutes)

San Diego, USA - California, San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
8,043 miles (12,944 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 18 hours 22 minutes)

Tampa, USA - Florida, Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
9,786 miles (15,749 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 22 hours 14 minutes)

Portland, USA - International Airport, Oregon (PDX) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

Distance:
7,376 miles (11,870 kilometres)

Average flight time (direct 16 hours 53 minutes)

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Cheapest flight routes found to Kota Kinabalu

From Los Angeles

From Los Angeles (LAX), USA to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): $776

Depart: 21 Aug 2025 · Return: 04 Sep 2025 Price found 12 Jun 2025, 04:44

From New York

From New York (JFK), USA to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): $1,052

Depart: 05 Sep 2025 · Return: 21 Sep 2025 Price found 10 Jun 2025, 17:46

From Denver

From Denver (DEN), USA to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): $1,143

Depart: 22 Sep 2025 · Return: 23 Oct 2025 Price found 10 Jun 2025, 12:57

From Seattle

From Seattle (SEA), USA to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): $1,167

Depart: 27 Jul 2025 · Return: 03 Aug 2025 Price found 12 Jun 2025, 03:35

From Miami

From Miami (MIA), USA to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): $1,206

Depart: 01 Sep 2025 · Return: 08 Sep 2025 Price found 11 Jun 2025, 01:58

From Salt Lake City

From Salt Lake City (SLC), USA to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): $1,293

Depart: 09 Aug 2025 · Return: 19 Aug 2025 Price found 13 Jun 2025, 06:34

From Atlanta

From Atlanta (ATL), USA to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): $1,462

Depart: 31 Jul 2025 · Return: 16 Aug 2025 Price found 10 Jun 2025, 14:49

From San Diego

From San Diego (SAN), USA to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): $1,663

Depart: 25 Jul 2025 · Return: 01 Aug 2025 Price found 10 Jun 2025, 17:50

From Charlotte

From Charlotte (CLT), USA to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): $1,875

Depart: 21 Jul 2025 · Return: 25 Jul 2025 Price found 11 Jun 2025, 03:17

From Houston

From Houston (IAH), USA to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): $2,286

Depart: 13 Jul 2025 · Return: 17 Jul 2025 Price found 13 Jun 2025, 10:23

From Portland

From Portland (PDX), USA to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (BKI): $5,005

Depart: 28 Jul 2025 · Return: 04 Aug 2025 Price found 13 Jun 2025, 06:28